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Local illustrator wins 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize

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Joseph Namara Hollis has won the 2022 Klaus Flugge Prize for the most exciting and promising newcomer to children’s picture book illustration. Joseph, who was born and recently moved back to Burton Joyce with his family, won for his book Pierre’s New Hair (Tate Publishing) about a bear obsessed … [Read more...]

Viva Nottingham!

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If you've been in the city centre recently, you may well have noticed the many international languages being spoken. That's because for the first time since the covid pandemic, overseas students are returning to Nottingham to attend International summer schools. France, Spain, Italy, Poland, Saudi … [Read more...]

To North Africa, up Mount Toubkal and back in 4 days!

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Six Firefighters from across Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service will be climbing Mount Toubkal in September to raise much needed funds for a charity close to their hearts. Located in the Atlas Mountains, Mount Toubkal is the highest peak in North Africa; standing at 4,167m tall. The girls … [Read more...]

Man walking to every Premier League football club for Guide Dogs

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Ian West, 67, from Nottingham, will be walking to every Premier League football club across the country over the next five months to raise money for sight loss charity Guide Dogs. He set off on Monday 1st August and will be walking to each of the 20 clubs in the league, ending on New Year’s Eve at … [Read more...]

Thousands join the colourful celebrations for Notts Pride

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Nottingham city centre was turned into a sea of rainbow colours at the weekend as thousands of people joined in the Nottinghamshire Pride celebrations. Spectators lined the streets on Saturday (July 30) as a vibrant march kicked off the event which culminated in an afternoon of fun, dancing and … [Read more...]

Nottingham Beach returns to Old Market Square

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Nottingham Beach will be opening today, Monday 25 July, bringing one of the city’s most popular summer attractions back for the first time since the pandemic. Visitors can be sure of the usual great beach experience on their doorstep, with the free beach, wading pool and boardwalk all set for a … [Read more...]

Nottingham Carnival is back!

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Nottingham Carnival returns on 21st August from 12 noon until 8pm with a spectacular one-day event on the Victoria Embankment, Nottingham  Come, see and experience a programme of colourful costumes, music and cuisine showcasing the influence of Caribbean, Brazilian and African cultures on our … [Read more...]